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Animal Care Center of Shorewood

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Associate Veterinarian – Animal Care Center of Shorewood

Modern Facility | Outstanding Team | Mentorship Opportunities

Are you looking to join a vibrant, collaborative, and forward-thinking veterinary practice just outside of Chicago?
Animal Care Center of Shorewood is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our passionate, fun-loving team in the southwest suburbs.

We are a state-of-the-art, full-service small animal hospital that emphasizes high-quality medicine, surgery, and compassionate care. Whether you're a seasoned clinician or a new graduate, this is a practice where you can thrive, grow, and feel supported every step of the way.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

  • A modern, fully equipped facility designed for both efficiency and comfort

  • A tight-knit, supportive team that values collaboration, mentorship, and a good laugh

  • A focus on advanced care and learning, including orthopedic surgery and progressive medicine

  • A positive culture that welcomes innovation and celebrates wins—big and small

Mentorship That Matters:
This position includes enrollment in the NVA Mentorship Program for new and newer graduates offering:

  • 1:1 surgical and medical coaching with Dr. Larry Hill

  • A wellness-focused curriculum with tools to support mental health and work-life harmony

  • A peer network of new grads in Illinois with group events, bonding, and ongoing connection—no matter where you practice

Hospital Highlights:

  • Recently built, modern facility

  • Routine and advanced soft tissue surgery

  • Orthopedic services

  • Butterfly Ultrasound

  • In-house IDEXX laboratory

  • Pet boarding, grooming, doggie daycare, wellness plans, adoption center, and more

We Offer:

  • Competitive base salary with production bonuses

  • Sign-on and/or retention bonuses

  • Paid vacation and sick time

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance

  • Paid licensing, dues, and CE

  • 100% liability coverage

  • A culture that actually supports balance and boundaries

A Hospital with Heart:
We’re proud to partner with Help Save Pets Humane Society, a non-profit rescue dedicated to finding forever homes for animals in need. Our commitment to community and rescue work is part of what makes Animal Care Center of Shorewood truly special.

If you’re ready to practice top-tier medicine in a welcoming environment—with a team that treats each other like family—let’s talk.

Apply today and take the next step in your veterinary journey with us!


National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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Shorewood, Illinois, United States

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